Job Description

Summary

Under general, performs security work of moderate difficulty conducting criminal/medial investigations of complex cases, including; homicide, sexual assault, dangerous crimes against children and white collar crimes.

Essential Job Functions

(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Testify as an expert witness for complex criminal cases.
• Conduct complete reinvestigation of Homicide cases as required by ABA Standards.
• Attend and critique postmortem examinations.
• Serve as primary evidence custodian (gather evidence, maintain chain of custody, maintain evidence log; write and review evidence handling procedures).
• Prepare comprehensive investigation plans and reports.
• Prepare/execute legal documents resulting in evidence gathering and producing witnesses.
• Locate and interview key witnesses; including law enforcement officers, civilians, and expert witnesses.
• Identify, interview and retain appropriate expert witnesses (e.g., medical examiners, DNA experts, fingerprint examiners, and digital forensic experts).
• Read, understand, and interpret Cellebrite information.
• Evaluate and recreate crime scene investigations (including use of sophisticated still and video camera equipment).
• Understand and apply the principles of complex homicide investigations.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of investigative principles, practices, methods, techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of recording and evaluating the practices and principles of investigative work.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence and disclosure in criminal cases.
• Knowledge of criminal statutes and affirmative defenses.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skill as an expert witness in police and homicide investigations.
• Skill in analyzing Cellebrite data.
• Skill in relationship building.
• Skill in interviewing and interrogation.
• Skill in effective communication (verbally and in writing).
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.

Desirable Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED; AND two years of college or university training in law enforcement, criminal justice, pathology, forensic medicine, or a closely related field; AND previously recognized by courts as an expert witness in complex criminal investigations and homicide investigations; AND at least 8 years of experience investigating complex/homicide cases; AND at least 500 hours of training in investigating complex cases; OR any combination of relevant education and experience; AND valid driver\'s license.

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